BC Advantage - 2016 Issue 11
Patient-Centered Medical Home
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Article Overview
This article explains the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) concept for primary care practices and summarizes the general areas involved in PCMH recognition. It is relevant to physicians, practice managers, billing and quality staff, and organizations exploring patient-centered care models, care coordination, and recognition pathways. The article also notes the role of the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and the kinds of practice capabilities commonly associated with recognition.
Why This Topic Matters
PCMH is tied to practice transformation, quality improvement, and care coordination, so understanding the model can help organizations evaluate readiness for recognition and align operations with patient-centered care goals.
What You Will Learn
- The general concept of the Patient-Centered Medical Home model
- How PCMH emphasizes patient involvement and coordinated primary care
- The broad categories involved in PCMH recognition
- Why practices may consider pursuing recognition
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Practice managers
- Billing staff
- Quality improvement staff
- Healthcare administrators
- Primary care organizations
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